| | Instructions for Using the Fit Decision Tool | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| 1 | Macros must be enabled in order for the tool to run. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| 2 | Complete the Virtualization Fit Questionnaire by answering all of the questions in the Model Inputs tab, choosing the appropriate response from the drop-down options, or providing an exact number where required. All input boxes (marked in white) are required. | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| 3 | Indicate which applications are in your server environment today, and determine the level of criticality and complexity for applications that exist. | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| 4 | Press the Run Virtualization Fit Analysis button | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| 5 | The Model Outputs tab will display your results, complete with commentary for each section: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | w | Your results are summarized at the top, with key recommendations on the left and your three scores illustrated in a graph on the right. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | w | Your fit score, on a scale of 0 to 100, indicates your organization's fit with virtualization. The higher your score, the better your fit with virtualization. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | w | Your success score, on a scale of 0 to 100, benchmarks risks against success factors. The higher your score, the greater likelihood that you will achieve the related benefits of virtualization. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | w | Your IT project score, on a scale of 0 to 100, indicates whether you should proceed as an IT-only project or an organization-wide initiative. A high score means you should proceed as an IT-only project. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | w | The number of staff required is based on number of servers being migrated and project time. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | w | The last section indicates the order in which you should deploy your applications based on the characteristics of your company. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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